The Nigeria international, 26, has started just two matches since the arrival of Nemanja Matic in January and is vying to ensure regular game-time.

Potential suitors Galatasaray have already showcased their financial muscle, and will be made to flex once again with Chelsea seemingly reluctant to sell Mikel. Having previously secured the signatures of Wesley Sneijder and Didier Drogba, Mikel’s signing may signal another spending spree from the Turkish champions.

Jose Mourinho may be initially concerned by the prospect of his exit, but has proven his ability to sell at the right time, without damaging his side, with the departures of Juan Mata and Kevin de Bruyne good examples.

Mikel was brought to the club in highly controversial fashion during Mourinho’s first stint as Chelsea boss, after actually signing a contract with Manchester United, and then, after months of speculation, joining Chelsea from Norwegian club Lyn Oslo in June 2006.

According to reports in Italy, Inter Milan are also considering making a move for the Nigerian in the summer, however, they’re plotting a loan-move instead.

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2 Comments

adonai29 March, 2014

Pls. Let release dis guy to where he can play regularly .

hussein mondo29 March, 2014

mikel. stil important for chelsea..mourinho..should…consider game time.for him..